Taco Oyster Crackers Recipe
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Taco Oyster Crackers Recipe
Description
The Taco Oyster Crackers Recipe features oyster crackers tossed with a seasoning mixture made by whisking canola oil with a packet of taco seasoning along with garlic powder, oregano, and chili powder. Once coated, the crackers are spread on baking sheets and baked at 250°F for 20 minutes, stirring midway to ensure even coverage and crisping.
This low-temperature baking crisps the crackers gently and allows the spice mix to adhere well, imparting a balanced savory flavor with hints of garlic, herbs, and mild chili heat from the taco seasoning.
The crackers make a flavorful snack or party nibble and can be varied by swapping in different taco seasoning packets or adding red pepper flakes for extra heat. A light sprinkle of sea salt after baking can enhance the overall flavor.
They keep well stored in an airtight container and provide an easy way to add zest to plain oyster crackers.
Ingredients
- 2 oyster crackers 10 oz each
- ¾ cup canola oil
- 1 package taco seasoning 1.25 oz
- ½ Tablespoon garlic powder
- ½ Tablespoon oregano dried
- ½ Tablespoon chili powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Place crackers in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl whisk together remaining ingredients. Pour over crackers. Mix until crackers are completely covered in seasoning mix.
- Spread crackers out in two large baking sheets with sides. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring at 10 minutes. Cool. Store in airtight container.
Notes
- Experiment with different taco seasoning packets to vary flavor and spice level.
- Add red pepper flakes to increase heat if desired.
- Sprinkle sea salt over warm crackers after baking to enhance seasoning flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 247 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 247kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 516mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 64mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 285IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.